RENT GUIDELINES
Find out how much rent can increase in rent stabilized apartments, lofts & hotels

On April 30, 2013, the NYC Rent Guidelines Board adopted a proposed range of renewal lease guidelines for rent stabilized apartments, lofts and hotels. The proposed guidelines, as well as procedures relating to public meetings and public hearing concerning the guidelines, is detailed in the Public Notice (in pdf format). The Public Notice is also available in html format (translatable option).

The proposed guidelines may also be viewed and comments may be submitted on the Rules of the City of New York Information Center (NYC Rules) website.

You may view and download details of the current and previously issued guidelines for apartments, lofts and hotels in the Rent Guidelines section of our website.

RGB MEETINGS & HEARINGS
Schedule of 2013 RGB Meetings available

The NYC Rent Guidelines Board has posted the 2013 schedule of meetings and hearings. The schedule may be viewed in the About Us section of our website.

HOUSING RESEARCH
Read the research reports that the RGB uses to determine the guidelines

The NYC Rent Guidelines Board annually prepares six research studies:

• Price Index of Operating Costs
• Income and Expense Study
• Housing Supply Report
• Income and Affordability Study
• Mortgage Survey Report
• Changes to the Rent Stabilized Housing Stock

The first four reports of 2013, the Price Index of Operating Costs, Income and Expense Study, Income and Affordability Study and Mortgage Survey Report, have been released. These reports, as well as those from prior years, may be read and downloaded in the Housing Research section of our website.

FAQs
A great place to get answers to the most frequently asked housing questions

Have a question? We may have the answer!

• How do I find a new apartment?
• Can I have a roommate?
• Am I allowed to sublet my apartment?
• May I break by lease?
• Is the rent I'm paying legal?
• How can I get something fixed in my apartment?

Answers to these and many other questions may be found in the FAQ section of the Housing Resources section of our website.

APARTMENT-HUNTING GUIDES
Looking for an apartment in NYC can be a challenge, but our online resources may help

RGB Apartment Guide
Whether you're new to the Big Apple or a lifelong resident, the Apartment Guide section of our website offers a wealth of useful resources, including a top-ten list of important info, apartment hunting links, what to know before you sign a lease and much more.

NYC Online Affordable Housing Resource Center
The NYC Affordable Housing Resource Center offers information on all aspects of City housing, including renting an apartment, buying a home, affordable housing lottery listings, apartment maintenance issues and more.